Häagen-Dazs Just Answered Your Dairy-Free Prayers

Whether you're vegan, lactose intolerant, or just looking to enjoy some rich new ice cream flavors, we've got good news for you. Häagen-Dazs has (finally!) added some dairy-free flavors to its line of products, which are currently only available in the U.S. at Target.

"At Häagen-Dazs, we believe there’s no room for compromise," the company stated in a blog post. "So while most non-dairy options simply start by substituting soy, almond, or cashew milk, every flavor in our new collection begins with a core ingredient, like real pieces of Belgian chocolate, actual peanut butter, or real coconut cream."

A tweet from the U.S.-based ice cream brand states the decision to go dairy-free was "inspired by our passionate fans." Earlier this year, over 1,000 ice cream fans signed a Change.org petition asking the ice cream company to begin carrying non-dairy options.

This move follows in the recent footsteps of competitors Breyer's and Ben & Jerry's. Non-dairy ice cream has become an increasingly popular choice in recent years, with sales increasing a staggering 44 percent between 2011 and 2015, according to the market research firm Packaged Facts.

According to the National Institutes of Health, between 30 million to 50 million Americans are lactose intolerant, and markets are responding to their needs in addition to those of vegans.

If you're debating limiting your dairy consumption, whether outright or in part, nutritionist and Hollywood Trainer Club president Jeannette Jenkins says it's important to remember that this decision is personal and should be made on an individual basis. "Each person is unique, and how they each respond to dairy is going to be different," she tells SELF. "The most important thing is that people listen to their bodies. I don't necessarily think it's wise to say that you should never eat any dairy products."

But if you're vegan, if lactose makes your tummy rumble, or if you just want to give the new flavors a try, grab a spoon and go to town!